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Angela Polley

Grand Island,NY

Summary

Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Erie County Medical Center Trauma/1 Emergency Room
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Optimized patient flow within Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Niagara Falls MMC Emergency Room
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in Emergency Department.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Optimized patient flow within Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Acted as resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as preceptor for new nurses joining Emergency Department team.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Olean Emergency Room
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in Emergency Department.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Optimized patient flow within Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Acted as resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as preceptor for new nurses joining Emergency Department team.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Medina Memorial Emergency Room
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in Emergency Department.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Optimized patient flow within Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Acted as resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as preceptor for new nurses joining Emergency Department team.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

UPMC Jamestown Emergency Room
12.2021 - 03.2022
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in Emergency Department.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Optimized patient flow within Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Acted as resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as preceptor for new nurses joining Emergency Department team.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY
06.2005

Skills

  • EKG Interpretation
  • Medication Administration
  • Trauma Nursing
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Airway Management
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Critical Thinking
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Documentation
  • Emergency Diagnostics
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Wound Care

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Erie County Medical Center Trauma/1 Emergency Room
06.2023 - 10.2023

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Niagara Falls MMC Emergency Room
12.2022 - 06.2023

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Olean Emergency Room
07.2022 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Medina Memorial Emergency Room
03.2022 - 07.2022

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

UPMC Jamestown Emergency Room
12.2021 - 03.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Niagara County Community College
Angela Polley